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June 7, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana

Sun, Jun 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
  2026-06-07 12:00:00 2026-06-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Morean Auctions Morean Auctions : June 7, 2026, Rare Beer Cans & Breweriana https://www.moreanauctions.com/auctions/dan-morean-auctions/june-7-2026-rare-beer-cans-breweriana-22746
The finest example of the elusive California Monogram instructional, many other rare and top grade cans, signs, illuminated signs (including Gillco cab lights), tap knobs, trays, drinking vessels and an excellent collection of steinie beer bottles.
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Lot 267

1946 "Vote YES for LICENSES" Poster - Prohibition Repeal MA Breweries

Estimate: $100 - $200
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A vintage 1946 poster advocating to vote 'YES' for licenses to prevent the return of Prohibition and continue the orderly government control of the Alcoholic Beverage Business. It details ballot questions 1, 2, and 3, with 'YES' marked for all. The poster lists several breweries and distributors, including Boston Beer Co, Cold Spring, Croft, Dawson's, Entereprise, Haffenreffer, Hampden, Harvard, Smith Bros, Star and Worcester Brewing. About 14 x 22 inches.

Condition

The poster shows signs of age and wear, including a torn upper right corner and some creasing. The paper has yellowed, consistent with its age. Overall, it is in fair condition for a historical document of this era.

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